DATA & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ADVISOR
The USSTRATCOM Data and Artificial Intelligence Advisor serves as a Highly Qualified Expert (HQE) and principal advisor to the Commander and senior leadership. The role drives the strategic integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and emerging technologies to secure an asymmetric warfighting advantage and advance nuclear force modernization, while strictly enforcing "human-in-the-loop" nuclear command and control.
Major duties
As an eminent technical authority and recognized subject matter expert, the Data and AI Advisor provides authoritative counsel to USSTRATCOM's senior leadership, including the Commander, Deputy Commander, and Chief of Staff. The primary focus of this advisory role is the strategic application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomous systems, and advanced data analytics to strategic deterrence, Joint Force integration, and Nuclear Command and Control (NC2). By introducing these cutting-edge capabilities, the advisor helps preserve the President's decision space and ensures the Joint Force possesses a diverse array of options to shape critical strategic outcomes. A cornerstone of this responsibility is establishing robust AI governance to ensure that all AI-enabled systems strictly preserve the inviolable principle of keeping a human-in-the-loop for any decisions regarding nuclear employment. To build the foundation for these technologies, the advisor provides expert recommendations on data architecture, data governance, and data management strategies, enabling secure AI exploitation across all classification levels and security domains. Additionally, the advisor injects technical foresight into military planning, tactical development, and operational experimentation. This foresight is leveraged to address the Commander's five priority threat vectors, utilizing tailored AI and data capabilities to counter cyber threats, defend against adversary space capabilities, operate in contested electromagnetic spectrums, defeat novel missile systems, and secure defense supply chains against vulnerabilities.
Qualifications
Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Applicants must demonstrate an extensive background and proven expertise in the following areas: Deep Technical Advisory & Governance: Advanced expertise in AI, machine learning, data science, and autonomous systems, with a proven ability to apply these technologies to strategic deterrence and Nuclear Command and Control (NC2) while strictly preserving "human-in-the-loop" decision-making. Strategic Project & Portfolio Alignment: Proven track record of aligning organizational efforts with the Department of War's AI acceleration strategy, specifically guiding high-impact initiatives (such as Swarm Forge, Agent Network, and Ender's Foundry) to scale capabilities at pace. Acquisition & Bureaucratic Problem-Solving: Demonstrated capability to overcome complex institutional blockers (including legacy IT constraints, ATO bottlenecks, and contracting impediments) using agile methods and implementing Modular Open System Architectures (MOSA) at commercial velocity. Operational & Exercise Integration: Extensive experience providing expert AI and data counseling to senior leaders during high-stakes wargames, operational planning events, and crises, ensuring the meaningful incorporation of AI decision-support tools. Executive Influence & Consensus Building: Exceptional communication skills to advise Combatant Command leadership, translate highly complex technical concepts into strategic military options, and build consensus across interagency partners, industry, and National Laboratories.
Education
A bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution is highly desired.